Rise Above Your Depression
Suicide Prevention
While there is no single cause for suicide, there are risk factors and warning signs which may increase likelihood of an attempt. Learning them can save lives. Thank you American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for sharing these risk factors!
Talk
Talking about the following topics could be warning signs:
Killing themselves
Feeling hopeless
Being a burden
Feeling trapped
Behavior
Behavior signals can be a risk, especially if it’s related to loss or a change:
Sleeping too much or too little
Visiting people or calling to say goodbye
Giving away prized possessions
Isolating from friends and family
Increased dependence on alcohol or drugs
Mood
People considering suicide may display one of the following moods:
Humiliation/Shame
Relief/Sudden Improvement
Depression
Loss of Interest
Are you in crisis? Call 1-800-273-8255 now.
Identifying the underlying issues
Depression can feel overwhelming and debilitating. Often finding your sense of purpose can turn things around. Dr. Christina Story will help you identify your strengths and help you build on your accomplishments. As you grow in confidence your path out of depression will become clearer. She’ll help you discover the possible causes of your depression, which might include:
Grief
Spiritual issues
Trauma
Adultery
Abuse
Marriage difficulties
Career Stress
Identify and address the root of your depression with the help of Dr. Christina Story.